Synonyms of taunt

Antonyms of taunt

Collocations of taunt

mocking taunt
Frequency: 70 %

He couldn't resist making a mocking taunt about her outfit.

cruel taunt
Frequency: 60 %

Her classmates subjected her to a cruel taunt that left her in tears.

playful taunt
Frequency: 50 %

Their banter was filled with playful taunts and teasing.

taunting laughter
Frequency: 45 %

The sound of taunting laughter echoed through the school hallway.

taunting gesture
Frequency: 35 %

He responded with a taunting gesture, sticking out his tongue.

Idiomatic Expressions for taunt

  • Phrase: taunt someone into doing something
    Meaning: to challenge or dare someone in a way that encourages them to do something
    Usage: His friends taunted him into jumping off the cliff into the water.